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Hey, now — that's some powerful stuff.
A Smart Grid needs an even smarter communications system. A communications network with not only the latest in proven wireless technology, but one that is intelligent and flexible enough to succeed against the demands of the future.
An ENCOM dedicated wireless network communications network is absolutely failsafe, critical for ensuring a stable grid and for guaranteed delivery of essential services — from power generation to consumer distribution.
ENCOM solutions facilitate automated meter reading (AMR) and are agile enough to expand and adapt as needed, without costly or time-intensive construction and installation. They also have the power and intelligence to balance multiple demands on bandwidth and speed, even in emergency situations.
In the U.S., the Recovery Act stimulus package provides funding for infrastructure upgrades and Smart Grid initiatives. With more than twenty years of field-proven expertise, forward-thinking solutions, and unparalleled levels of support, ENCOM is the perfect communications partner for your electric utilities management.
ENCOM's serial and broadband products use license-free operating frequencies: 900 MHz, 2.4 GHz, 4.9 GHz, 5.2 GHz, 5.3 GHz and 5.8 GHz.
Why choose an ENCOM solution?
The advantage of ENCOM wireless solutions for electric utilities management:
Smart Grid support: ENCOM’s secure, wide-area broadband networks are a crucial element for the successful deployment of Smart Grid systems, providing reliable connectivity to mission-critical devices over difficult terrain and in remote areas. They enable high-speed, mobile data to reach vehicles requiring intranet access, graphical information, and other data-intensive mobile workforce applications. Their sheer reliability and robust nature ensure access to critical information remains safe, even in emergency situations.
Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA): ENCOM’s 5200 Series of serial radios provides instant, reliable connectivity between substations and control centres for real-time monitoring and control of important data such as production and consumption volumes. They accept any of the known protocols for Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
Automated meter reading (AMR): With an ENCOM 5200 Series radio embedded in utility meters in residences and small businesses, data collection of meter readings is no longer a door-to-door or phone-in proposition. Data is instead transmitted via radio frequencies and collected by patrolling vehicles or a neighbourhood network, saving considerable time and money in the process.
Fault monitoring and control automatic circuit reclosers (ACR): ENCOM’s 5200 Series of serial radios provide the critical link for instantaneous exchange of data, and automatic shutdown, in cases of potential power overloads that could cause damage at substations and widespread blackouts potentially affecting densely populated metropolitan areas.
Video surveillance: ENCOM’s 5.8 GHz, license-free broadband radios make video monitoring an extremely powerful security tool. ENCOM COMMPAK BB 58 radios provide a 54 Mbps data transfer rate in a point-to-multi-point scenario, enabling video cameras with pan tilt zoom control (PTZ) to transmit crisp, fluid video images using minimal bandwidth. The result is 24/7 security at remote unmanned substations.
What's in it for me?
The key benefits of an ENCOM wireless solution for our electrical utilities customers:
DEPLOY EASILY, EXPAND RAPIDLY
Smooth, simple deployment is a distinct ENCOM advantage. Because our radios operate on license-free frequency bands, they can be positioned and repositioned without licenses or expensive engineering.
- Each ENCOM radio can act as master, remote or repeater, boosting the size and power of your wireless network.
- Mesh networking capabilities provide an extremely secure, reliable and flexible form of communication for the relay of critical information.
- Systems are easy to install, and receive ENCOM’s unwavering support and accurate system design through products such as the EP6500 Site Survey Kit, and the Broadband Site Survey Kit. ENCOM engineers will work with you to determine the optimal approach for your situation.
ENJOY ROBUST, RELIABLE PERFORMANCE
ENCOM’s products were built to shine in even the harshest environmental, topographical and radio-frequency environments imaginable. Dense foliage, building obstruction, high rainfall and snowfall, and extremes in elevation and temperature present no problems for ENCOM’s hardy product lines.
SAVE YOUR TIME AND YOUR MONEY
ENCOM’s wireless communications systems are far more economical than any hard-wired rivals. According to recent traffic industry studies, trenched copper cable costs as much as 10 times as wireless technology. Buried fiber optic cable can be 15 times as expensive.
Instead of requiring the costly and disruptive construction needed to install and expand wired systems — ENCOM radios simply attach to city buildings, traffic signals, towers, and bridges, as well as to existing fibre optic cable lines.
They are also an advantage in power-station environments, where moving equipment and dangerous conditions preclude the use of fixed cabling.
MAXIMIZE YOUR PREVIOUS INVESTMENT
ENCOM’s systems integrate with your current network, so your legacy equipment can work within a state-of-the-art wireless system. Your broadband Ethernet-based, future-minded wireless system instantly boosts data rate, efficiency and capability, and facilitates growth, expansion and modernization.
MULTITASK WITHOUT COMPROMISE
ENCOM’s COMMPAK BB units combine the latest in wireless networking technology and advanced network design to allow low-latency communications and enable CCTV video with PTZ (pan tilt zoom) cameras, vehicle detection systems, Variable Message Sign (VMS) communication, and more, simultaneously, without compromising quality.
ELIMINATE LEASING FEES AND SUBSTANDARD EQUIPMENT
When you choose a dedicated, wireless system, you eliminate antiquated, unreliable phone-circuit connections, and best of all, no more leased-line bills.
WORK WITH A GREAT PARTNER
ENCOM views its clients as long-term partners, putting an emphasis on service. We take a hands-on approach to your needs — from helping to design your wireless network, performing a terrain analysis, and ensuring radio path viability, to taking every step to maximize your investment now and in the future by considering system expansion, enhancement and modernization.
BE PROTECTED BY SUPERIOR WARRANTIES
Five-year warranties for serial data systems and three-year warranties for broadband systems guarantee you peace of mind and ensure a great return on your investment.
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